5 x 11: The Code of Heraldry

In accordance with our methodological approach to heraldic parophony, we report the development of a new semantic proposition for the crest in the coat of arms of Matamouros (from Portugal): “a Moor's head proper, with a turban vert, crowned or”.

Semantic levels: one or more.
Discretion index: big.
Denominant's verbalization: Castilian adapted to Portuguese.
Designant's verbalization: Portuguese.
Heraldic plot: associated with the shield.
Implied quotation: unknown or none.
Canting impression: “matar” (Castilian » to kill).
Virtual trace: shield » figurations » Moors' heads.
Denominant's origin: allochthonous.
Credibility: excellent.
Cypher: 370.